What is a Form 1099-MISC? A 1099-MISC is a type of tax form. It is used to report miscellaneous income for individuals and companies who have been paid $600 or more in non-employee service payments ...

You might receive this document if you have freelance work, investment income, retirement distributions or other financial ...

Independent contractors, the IRS, and some state governments need 1099 forms. Learn how to report non-employee compensation.